Processional
"We Have Come To Worship the Lord"
Charles Yannerella
Welcome and Sharing the Peace of God
THE GATHERING OF GOD'S PEOPLE
Prelude "My Lord, What a Morning" Rinehart
Introit "Hallelujah!" Hal Hopson
*Call to Worship Psalm 27
Leader: We come together in faith.
People: I believe that I shall see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.
Leader: Wait for the Lord.
People: Be strong, and let your heart take courage.
Leader: Wait for the Lord. Let us worship God.
*Hymn of Praise
"God of Grace and God of Glory" 420
Call to Confession Psalm 27
Leader: "Hear, O Lord, when I cry aloud, be gracious to me and answer me!" Let us come to God confessing our sins silently and then together.
Silent Personal Confession
Prayer of Confession (unison)
O God, our Rock and Redeemer, hear our confession. We worship idols of our own making; when temptation overtakes us, we submit to its charms. We find it easier to grumble at hardships than to praise you for mercies we receive day by day. Forgive us, and strengthen us. Help us to remain confident in your love and salvation, which comes in Jesus' name. Amen.
*Those who are able, please stand
Assurance of Forgiveness
Leader: The Lord will hide us in his shelter in the day of trouble; the Lord will set us high on a rock. Believe the good news of the gospel, in Jesus Christ we are forgiven.
*Gloria Patri
Anthem
"Jesus, Keep Me Near The Cross" Fanny Crosby
THE WORD FOR GOD'S PEOPLE
A Word with the Children
Scripture Readings Psalm 27 Mark 3:20-22, 31-35
Sermon
"Will The Circle Be Unbroken" Jacalyn Thomas
THE GRATEFUL RESPONSE OF GOD'S PEOPLE
Invitation to Prayer CWF/CMF
Passing the Fellowship Register
Joys and Concerns
Prayers of the People and Lord's Prayer p. 16
Congregational Response
"Thank You, Lord" Spiritual
Offering
Offertory Kevin Hannon, on piano
*Doxology
*Prayer of Dedication
THE SENDING OF GOD'S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD
Opportunities For Ministry and Fellowship
*Sending Hymn "Abide With Me" 543
*Benediction
*Choral Response "Go Now" Jean Hart
Postlude "How Firm a Foundation" Lau
Southminster Presbyterian Church 301-567-1510
7801 Livingston Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Fax: 301-567-2803
e-mail address: Southminster@Verizon.net
Web site: www.Southminstermd.org
Co-Pastors: Rick & Jacalyn Thomas
Home: 301-203-5553
Choir Director: Gail Tyler
Organist: Susan
THIS WEEK-MARCH 7, 2010
TODAY
9:15 a.m. Choir Rehearsal
9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School Class
10:30 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICES
1:30 p.m. English as Second Language
12 Noon - CWF/CMF
MONDAY
Church Office Closed
8:00 - 9:00 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous
WEDNESDAY
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Pastor in office
7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous
THURSDAY
9:30 a.m. Bible Study
6:30 p.m. English as Second Language
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Pulpit Assistant: Tracy White
Ushers: Don White, Doug Stuart
Flowers: Ruth Williams in memory of Cathy on her birthday
Coffee Fellowship: II
WELCOME! We are blessed by your presence with us today. We give a special welcome to our visitors. Southminster is committed to growing in faith and being a blessing to our neighbors. We thank God for our diversity of race, theological views and personal background. We invite you to visit with us during the fellowship time after worship and to worship with us again. If you have questions about our ministry, speak with a worship leader. Please print your address and phone number on the visitor's register.
Daylight Savings Time begins next weekend. Please turn your clock forward one (1) hour before going to bed on Saturday night.
Special Coffee fellowship next Sunday. Chidi and Chenenye Nwigwe invite everyone to stay next Sunday and help them celebrate the first birthday of their triplets.
Members currently in need of our prayers: Gail Tyler, Dick Davis, Doerte Roberts, Claudelia Barnes and Roy Jackson.
Easter plants are available again this year. The prices are $13.75 for a plant with 3-4 bloom. Azaleas and Hydrangeas are $35.00. The sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board outside the Narthex.
Talent Show/Potluck Supper -March 21st at 5:00 p.m. Stars shine at Southminster's annual Talent Show. Polish up your act and put together your best dish; bring them both to share in a wonderful evening of fellowship. Please register on the sign-up sheet for the talent show.
CWF/CMF
Don't Stop Praying
Don't stop praying, the Lord is nigh. Don't stop praying, He'll hear your cry. God has promised and it is true, don't stop praying, He'll answer you.
Don't stop praying, for every need. Don't stop praying, the Lord will heed. No petition to Him is small. Don't stop praying, He'll give you all.
Don't stop praying, when led to sin. Don't stop praying, that good might win. Christ was tempted and understands. Don't stop praying, He'll hold your hand.
Don't stop praying, when bowed with grief. Don't stop praying, you'll get relief. Troubles never escape God's right. Don't stop praying, He'll make it right.
Don't stop praying, but have more trust. Don't stop praying, for pray we must. Faith will banish a mount of fears. Don't stop praying, God answers prayers.
Easter Calendar of Events
Palm Sunday - March 28th - Worship Service at 10:30 a.m.
Maundy Thursday - April 1st - Maundy Thursday Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. at Unity Presbyterian - Southminster is invited to attend.
Good Friday - Worship Service at noon at Oxon Hill United Methodist 7:00 p.m. at Oxon Hill Lutheran, with Pastor Rick Thomas participating
Easter Service - Celebrate the resurrection of our Lord at Southminster on Sunday, April 4th at 10:30 a.m. Easter Egg Hunt for the children, following worship.
